Originally from India, yoga has taken the world by storm – and with good reason! Not only does it tone your body, but it’s also healing for the soul – what’s not to love?! What’s your experience with yoga? Do you envy your friends who’ve already perfected their crows, dogs and cobras? Or are you…
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Party like a local – the best nightlife in Kiev!
Quickly becoming Europe’s latest alternative hotspot, the capital of Ukraine has way more to offer than the drab and dull stereotypes attached to it. There are dozens of reasons to make Kiev your next trip, not least its vibrant nightlife. From craft beer to sophisticated cocktails, boozy boat cruises to underground raves, every weekend has plenty…
20 parties, on 20 consecutive days in 20 different hostels! Thanks for coming!
Guys, if you don’t mind lowering your voices and dimming the lights a bit… we’re feeling a bit groggy after partying for twenty days straight. We’ve been going at it hard (and so have you!) during the festivities at twenty of our favourite hostels in some of the world’s most beautiful locations. There were shocking…
Where to stay in Phuket: a neighbourhood guide
Phuket is the perfect introduction to Southeast Asia’s laid-back island life for newbies embarking on that first big backpacking trip. And choosing the best area to stay in Phuket is absolutely vital for making the most of your time on Thailand’s largest island. Phuket has everything you’d expect a dreamy Thai island to have –…
20 on the road – How backpacking has changed in the last 20 years
All this talk of our 20th birthday has made us feel a little nostalgic. We are thinking back to simpler times, when the Backstreet Boys ruled the charts, when we sported chokers and total denim outfits, and our first wave of intrepid travellers began booking hostel beds, unaware that the adventures they would soon have…
The Ultimate Singapore Backpacking Guide
If you’re travelling around South East Asia, it’s likely that you’ll find yourself backpacking Singapore. More than just a layover, Singapore is a heady mix of other-worldly architecture, traditional temples, city lights and futuristic gardens. It’s also one of the cleanest and safest countries on the planet. Singapore really does have something for everyone and…
Milongas, Malbec and Messi: the ultimate guide to backpacking Argentina
Argentina is the eighth largest nation on the face of the earth, and it squeezes an awful lot inside its ample borders. Cities, wetlands, deserts, mountains, jungles, beaches, glaciers, vineyards, ski fields… Argentina is as diverse as it is enormous, which is exactly what makes this slab of South America such an enticing destination. The…
The Ultimate Nicaragua Backpacking Guide
One of the most intriguing countries in Central America, Nicaragua offers chilled out surf towns, fiery volcanoes and lush forests that are sure to captivate those looking to explore. Backpacking Nicaragua was once a firm traveller favourite, now slightly off the radar, it’s as captivating but with less travellers to share it with. Imagine a land alive…
Where to stay in Malta: an insider’s guide
Malta is often overlooked by backpackers, but this dinky archipelago has a whole lot to offer, not least its abundance of great hostels and guesthouses. To get you on your way, we’ve picked the best areas to visit and the best hostels in Malta to stay in. This is our insider’s guide on where to…
Top 10 things to do in Antalya
The Turkish city of Antalya and its surrounding province are often passed off as a package-holiday destination – but that’s a mistake. Sure, you’ll find your fair share of ritzy resorts and family-focused attractions along Antalya’s coastline, but there’s plenty to occupy the independent traveller too. From a tangle of ancient sites in the city’s…
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